We love our new PJs! I wanted to get the perfect picture of them tonight...easier said than done!
7 years ago
Monday, November 29, 2010
Thanksgiving
We were all able to come down to Mankato for a few days. It was so nice to have Graham with us, we usually have to leave him home in Duluth! We were able to enjoy 2 Thanksgiving celebrations, too. We went to Jason and Crystal's for a lunch of great food and great company! Then, it was home to Mankato for dinner with my family. My mom is a fabulous cook, and we all indulged once again! Sean had fun playing his heart out with all his cousins, and he even wore his first hole in his jeans. Isaac and Andrew got lots of love from Nana, Papa, Grandma, Aunties, Uncles, and cousins.
Amy and I attempted to shop Black Friday starting at 3am...We couldn't believe the people out! The parking lots were packed, the lines were extreme, and there was not much Christmas spirit going on! We walked into and right back out of Kohls...it was a zoo. Then, we headed to Herbergers where the shopping was more enjoyable, we found a few things on our lists, and we didn't have to wait in line long as they had an abundance of checkouts! Way to go, Herbergers! Next, it was time for coffee before heading to Target...but then Graham called and the twins needed me. (They had been sick with colds and not sleeping well.) Oh, well. I was able to get them settled and go back to bed :)
We ended the weekend with sickness, once again. My dad came down with the flu and the boys were all still sick with colds, so we headed out a day early. Unfortunately, Graham caught the flu bug last night, and he has been down and out since. I am hoping he is back among the living tomorrow. I have never seen him this sick! I am also praying that the boys and I don't get it!
We have so much to be thankful for this year. We have 3 beautiful and healthy boys, Graham is doing great in school, and we are all together as a family. I am so thankful for this time I have to raise our boys, too. I never dreamt it could be like this!
Amy and I attempted to shop Black Friday starting at 3am...We couldn't believe the people out! The parking lots were packed, the lines were extreme, and there was not much Christmas spirit going on! We walked into and right back out of Kohls...it was a zoo. Then, we headed to Herbergers where the shopping was more enjoyable, we found a few things on our lists, and we didn't have to wait in line long as they had an abundance of checkouts! Way to go, Herbergers! Next, it was time for coffee before heading to Target...but then Graham called and the twins needed me. (They had been sick with colds and not sleeping well.) Oh, well. I was able to get them settled and go back to bed :)
We ended the weekend with sickness, once again. My dad came down with the flu and the boys were all still sick with colds, so we headed out a day early. Unfortunately, Graham caught the flu bug last night, and he has been down and out since. I am hoping he is back among the living tomorrow. I have never seen him this sick! I am also praying that the boys and I don't get it!
We have so much to be thankful for this year. We have 3 beautiful and healthy boys, Graham is doing great in school, and we are all together as a family. I am so thankful for this time I have to raise our boys, too. I never dreamt it could be like this!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Best Birthday Ever!
Wow! I am so overwhelmed with how wonderful my birthday was this year! First of all, thanks for all the wishes, calls, notes and cards. I loved them all, and it felt good to think of you today, too.
My day started out like usual; coffee, Andrew, and Good Morning America. Then one by one the other 2 woke up to snuggle with me. Awesome! Then, we were off and running to the YMCA for Sean's Gym/Swim program and to Target quick for a few things. When I got home, there was a gift on my front step from my friend Julie! Yummy cupcakes and a Caribou card...guilt free coffee drinking for me :) Next, as I was getting lunch ready for my boys, the doorbell ran. It was a delivery girl from Erbert-n-Gerberts, I told her it must be some kind of mistake as I hadn't ordered anything. Come to find out that Amy and my mom had ordered me lunch! Awesome! About 30 minutes later, the Fed Ex guy delivered an awesome birthday package from the Ottos and my parents! Big box full of goodies...Wow! I wrapped up my day making a cake with Sean and having pizza with my family. I can't remember a time when I have ever had so much fun or felt so special! Thanks again and I love you all.
My day started out like usual; coffee, Andrew, and Good Morning America. Then one by one the other 2 woke up to snuggle with me. Awesome! Then, we were off and running to the YMCA for Sean's Gym/Swim program and to Target quick for a few things. When I got home, there was a gift on my front step from my friend Julie! Yummy cupcakes and a Caribou card...guilt free coffee drinking for me :) Next, as I was getting lunch ready for my boys, the doorbell ran. It was a delivery girl from Erbert-n-Gerberts, I told her it must be some kind of mistake as I hadn't ordered anything. Come to find out that Amy and my mom had ordered me lunch! Awesome! About 30 minutes later, the Fed Ex guy delivered an awesome birthday package from the Ottos and my parents! Big box full of goodies...Wow! I wrapped up my day making a cake with Sean and having pizza with my family. I can't remember a time when I have ever had so much fun or felt so special! Thanks again and I love you all.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Max
Today, our Max went to heaven. Heaven is a lucky place.
I will never forget the day we brought him home. My parents took me to a tiny town in SW Minnesota to pick up my new dog. When we got there, there were two left. How do you pick? Well, we left there with two! Amy's birthday was coming up, and what a great surprise! We lived together at the time and often helped each other out with dog watching duty. Gus (mine) and Max (Amy's) were not only brothers, but best friends. They did everything together, and I will especially remember our nice long walks to the park and back.
Then, Graham came along and we decided to move in together. The hardest part in this decision was the fact that we'd be splitting up our "boys." Broke my heart. So, we decided to get them each a new "buddy." We got our little "ladies" on November 17th eight years ago. When we brought Nala and Bella home, the boys were not to thrilled. Especially Max. He would not look at the pups, Gus, or us! It was so funny and sad at the same time. It was like he knew what was going to happen. We did many, many sleepovers with all four dogs. They always did a great job when they were all together, and we'd laugh at how our laps were always so full. Taking them for walks was fun, too, although I know I got a lot of stares!
We got to live together once again when we moved into my parents' house in May of 2009, as Max and Bella had moved in with my parents. What a fun thing to have all four dogs together again! Max and Bella were able to show my dogs the art of escape and gave me many heart attacks! They spent the majority of their time together with us in the basement until the twins came. Again we moved, this time farther away, so no more sleepovers...but this is also when Max started to get sick.
My mom tried everything, bless her heart, but nothing was helping. Even though he wasn't doing well, he was still able to enjoy the pets and loves, and he always managed a wag of his tail when you'd come around. Blessed dog. He was a lover, and Heaven is a better place today because Max is there.
It is truly amazing how attached one gets to their pets. He was one of our first "kids," and has always held a big spot in my heart. I wish I could have given him one last love. Goodbye, my Max. I love you and miss you tons.
I will never forget the day we brought him home. My parents took me to a tiny town in SW Minnesota to pick up my new dog. When we got there, there were two left. How do you pick? Well, we left there with two! Amy's birthday was coming up, and what a great surprise! We lived together at the time and often helped each other out with dog watching duty. Gus (mine) and Max (Amy's) were not only brothers, but best friends. They did everything together, and I will especially remember our nice long walks to the park and back.
Then, Graham came along and we decided to move in together. The hardest part in this decision was the fact that we'd be splitting up our "boys." Broke my heart. So, we decided to get them each a new "buddy." We got our little "ladies" on November 17th eight years ago. When we brought Nala and Bella home, the boys were not to thrilled. Especially Max. He would not look at the pups, Gus, or us! It was so funny and sad at the same time. It was like he knew what was going to happen. We did many, many sleepovers with all four dogs. They always did a great job when they were all together, and we'd laugh at how our laps were always so full. Taking them for walks was fun, too, although I know I got a lot of stares!
We got to live together once again when we moved into my parents' house in May of 2009, as Max and Bella had moved in with my parents. What a fun thing to have all four dogs together again! Max and Bella were able to show my dogs the art of escape and gave me many heart attacks! They spent the majority of their time together with us in the basement until the twins came. Again we moved, this time farther away, so no more sleepovers...but this is also when Max started to get sick.
My mom tried everything, bless her heart, but nothing was helping. Even though he wasn't doing well, he was still able to enjoy the pets and loves, and he always managed a wag of his tail when you'd come around. Blessed dog. He was a lover, and Heaven is a better place today because Max is there.
It is truly amazing how attached one gets to their pets. He was one of our first "kids," and has always held a big spot in my heart. I wish I could have given him one last love. Goodbye, my Max. I love you and miss you tons.
Let's Play Catch Up!
Wow! I can't believe 2 weeks can go by so fast without me even posting a thing! I guess that is because I rarely have down time. And when I do, there is laundry, cleaning, cooking, organizing...all kinds of "fun" stuff :)
10. Graham and I celebrated our 7th Anniversary on the 1st! We even had a date...thanks, Julie!
9. Isaac and Andrew are 7 months old today! I know I keep saying this, but really, WHERE did that time go?!
8. Isaac is our Johnny Jump Up King! He LOVES it and could be in there all day, if I left him!
7. Andrew is getting up on all fours and rocking back and forth...only a matter of time now! Look out!
6. Sean has really enjoyed the snow and goes out numerous times a day to play. I have begun to teach him "how" to get his snow stuff on by himself, as it is quite the workout!
5. The van has officially found its new home in our little garage. My husband is such a gentleman and doesn't want me to worry about cleaning off the snow.
4. Isaac still hates wearing hats, socks, jackets, etc. He will be my beach bum someday.
3. Andrew LOVES teething biscuits! If we forget to give him one before lunch or supper, he will remind us.
2. Sean has new "roommates." The dogs have now officially moved into his room. He loves it, and even made their "bed."
1. The Christmas music and movies have begun...Sean and I are watching Frosty the Snowman as I write this.
That's it in a nutshell!
10. Graham and I celebrated our 7th Anniversary on the 1st! We even had a date...thanks, Julie!
9. Isaac and Andrew are 7 months old today! I know I keep saying this, but really, WHERE did that time go?!
8. Isaac is our Johnny Jump Up King! He LOVES it and could be in there all day, if I left him!
7. Andrew is getting up on all fours and rocking back and forth...only a matter of time now! Look out!
6. Sean has really enjoyed the snow and goes out numerous times a day to play. I have begun to teach him "how" to get his snow stuff on by himself, as it is quite the workout!
5. The van has officially found its new home in our little garage. My husband is such a gentleman and doesn't want me to worry about cleaning off the snow.
4. Isaac still hates wearing hats, socks, jackets, etc. He will be my beach bum someday.
3. Andrew LOVES teething biscuits! If we forget to give him one before lunch or supper, he will remind us.
2. Sean has new "roommates." The dogs have now officially moved into his room. He loves it, and even made their "bed."
1. The Christmas music and movies have begun...Sean and I are watching Frosty the Snowman as I write this.
That's it in a nutshell!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Halloween!
Andrew and Isaac
Sean helping with moon pies.
Moon Pies
Isaac, Sean, and AndrewWhat a fun day! My mom was up visiting us and made it even more special! She made us a spooky dinner of bugs (croissants and little wieners), brains (pumpkin mac-n-cheese), guts (fruit salad), and home-made moon pies (made with Sean earlier) while we were out trick or treating with Sean. The twins stayed with mom to keep her company :) and pass out candy.
We took Sean to the dorms on UMD's campus. They do a big bash for Halloween. We went to the check-in area, got our map, met our friends, and we were off on the hunt for candy! Many, many dorm rooms handed out treats...I am talking good treats! We walked until we wore out Scooby Doo, then headed home for our spooky dinner with Nana. Now that Sean has been Scooby Doo for 2 years in a row...I wonder what he'll want to be next year?
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